Episodes
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BIG RICHARD
S3 E12 - 24m 40s
Colorado's neo-acoustic supergroup, Big Richard, formed in 2021, is impressive with virtuosity, harmonies and eclectic repertoire. By reinventing traditional tunes and their own original storytelling, they're poised to make waves in Americana music.
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THE TEXAS GENTLEMEN
S3 E11 - 24m 40s
A ‘band of ringers” based in Dallas and Austin, The Texas Gentlemen are a versatile collective known for genre-blending skills, from pop-soul to country funk. They’ve served as a backing band for many A-List’ers (G. Strait, K Kristofferson, etc.) and are regularly compared to such legendary groups as LA’s Wrecking Crew and Muscle Shoals’ Swampers.
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49 WINCHESTER
S3 E10 - 24m 40s
Hailing from Castlewood, Virginia, 49 Winchester formed when its members were teenagers. Hundreds of shows and thousands of miles later, the rapidly rising band’s latest album, Fortune Favors the Bold, reflects their hard-earned ethos.
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ELIZABETH COOK
S3 E9 - 24m 40s
Originally from Wildwood, Florida, Elizabeth Cook is a much-lauded Nashville artist with a sharp, surprising style. Beyond her singing/writing talents that have gained multiple Americana Award nominations, Elizabeth has built an enormous fan base as a SiriusXM Outlaw Country DJ, a Grand Ole Opry regular, and as the beloved Tammy on Adult Swim’s "Squidbillies."
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CLAY STREET UNIT
S3 E8 - 24m 40s
Formed in 2021 in Denver, Colorado, Clay Street Unit infuses southern country, folk and Appalachian bluegrass into their high-energy, fresh take on Americana traditions. Their debut EP A Mighty Fine Evening showcases their evolving, unique sound.
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AMERICAN AQUARIUM
S3 E7 - 24m 40s
Born of a blend of Southern and punk rock, these long-touring Roots Rockers earn critical acclaim with comparisons to Springsteen, early Rolling Stones and Drive By Truckers—a driving Alt-Country tour de force offering unapologetic songs for the blue collar Everyman on life, loss, salvation and the cracks and highlights of domestic life.
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ALVIN YOUNGBLOOD HART’S MUSCLE THEORY
S3 E6 - 24m 40s
Hailed as a "musician's musician," Hart’s artistry has drawn praise from legends like Bob Dylan, as well as guitar virtuosos like Gary Moore and Mick Taylor. Born in 1963, his nomadic upbringing influenced his eclectic musical journey.
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DAN TYMINSKI BAND
S3 E5 - 24m 40s
With a 30+ year career, Dan Tyminski is known for his iconic bluegrass voice, popularized in the movie "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" He's won 14 Grammys and contributed to projects by Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson and Rob Thomas, to name a few.
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EVAN HONER
S3 E4 - 24m 40s
West Coast troubadour Evan Honer is influenced by esteemed artists like Jason Isbell, Tyler Childers and Colter Wall. He's become a prolific songwriter, masterfully crafting captivating stripped down songs with clever lyrics that have won over modern outlaw country, indie-folk and pop fans across the country. Honer’s catalogue is growing fast, and his fan base even faster.
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LINDSAY LOU
S3 E3 - 24m 40s
Celebrated singer-songwriter Lindsay Lou masterfully combines progressive Americana and folk with bluegrass roots. Her journey, marked by personal revelations and profound loss, is showcased on her latest solo album, Queen of Time, where she explores self-discovery and resilience.
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SHANE SMITH & THE SAINTS
S3 E2 - 24m 40s
Shane Smith's music journey began in Austin, where he formed The Saints, a group known for their four-part harmonies. The songs on the band's upcoming album, Norther, are filled with all the electricity and eclecticism of their high-energy live shows.
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OZOMATLI
S3 E1 - 24m 40s
With an eclectic blend of urban-Latino and global influences, Ozomatli’s musical artistry mirrors the cultural tapestry of Los Angeles. Over 27 years, they've earned two Grammy Awards, a Latin Grammy, and the title of U.S. Cultural Ambassadors.
Extras + Features
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BIG RICHARD performs 'You Don't Come'
S3 E12 - 4m 13s
BIG RICHARD performs 'You Don't Come.'
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BIG RICHARD Preview
S3 E12 - 30s
Colorado's neo-acoustic supergroup, Big Richard, formed in 2021, is impressive with virtuosity, harmonies and eclectic repertoire. By reinventing traditional tunes and their own original storytelling, they're poised to make waves in Americana music.
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THE TEXAS GENTLEMEN Preview
S3 E11 - 30s
A ‘band of ringers” based in Dallas and Austin, The Texas Gentlemen are a versatile collective known for genre-blending skills, from pop-soul to country funk. They’ve served as a backing band for many A-List’ers (G. Strait, K Kristofferson, etc.) and are regularly compared to such legendary groups as LA’s Wrecking Crew and Muscle Shoals’ Swampers.
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THE TEXAS GENTLEMEN perform 'Inside Man'
S3 E11 - 5m 46s
THE TEXAS GENTLEMEN perform 'Inside Man.'
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49 WINCHESTER performs 'Last Call'
S3 E10 - 3m 58s
49 WINCHESTER performs 'Last Call.'
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49 WINCHESTER Preview
S3 E10 - 30s
Hailing from Castlewood, Virginia, 49 Winchester formed when its members were teenagers. Hundreds of shows and thousands of miles later, the rapidly rising band’s latest album, Fortune Favors the Bold, reflects their hard-earned ethos.
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ELIZABETH COOK performs 'Perfect Girls of Pop'
S3 E9 - 3m 42s
ELIZABETH COOK performs 'Perfect Girls of Pop.'
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ELIZABETH COOK Preview
S3 E9 - 30s
Originally from Wildwood, Florida, Elizabeth Cook is a much-lauded Nashville artist with a sharp, surprising style. Beyond her singing/writing talents that have gained multiple Americana Award nominations, Elizabeth has built an enormous fan base as a SiriusXM Outlaw Country DJ, a Grand Ole Opry regular, and as the beloved Tammy on Adult Swim’s "Squidbillies."
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CLAY STREET UNIT Preview
S3 E8 - 30s
Formed in 2021 in Denver, Colorado, Clay Street Unit infuses southern country, folk and Appalachian bluegrass into their high-energy, fresh take on Americana traditions. Their debut EP A Mighty Fine Evening showcases their evolving, unique sound.
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CLAY STREET UNIT performs 'Engine Trouble'
S3 E8 - 4m 4s
CLAY STREET UNIT performs 'Engine Trouble.'
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AMERICAN AQUARIUM Preview
S3 E7 - 30s
Born of a blend of Southern and punk rock, these long-touring Roots Rockers earn critical acclaim with comparisons to Springsteen, early Rolling Stones and Drive By Truckers—a driving Alt-Country tour de force offering unapologetic songs for the blue collar Everyman on life, loss, salvation and the cracks and highlights of domestic life.
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AMERICAN AQUARIUM performs 'Burn. Flicker. Die.'
S3 E7 - 6m 18s
AMERICAN AQUARIUM performs 'Burn. Flicker. Die.'
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